The New Year has finally arrived, as has the expectation to choose some good resolutions. There are many resolutions that people choose each year but don't follow through with. Part of the problem is people choosing too many resolutions at once or not easing into the one you've chosen. Here are a few resolutions anyone could manage so long as you don't overload yourself!
1. Getting Fit
One of the more popular resolutions each is year is getting fit. While this is an admirable resolution, it can also be difficult to maintain, especially if you don't ease into it. The biggest mistake that many people make is going to the gym to get a membership, using it every day for a week or two, then wasting money for the rest of the year as they never return. A simple way to avoid this could be to start your workout small. With a simple Google search, you can find tons of quick and easy workouts that you can do from the comfort of your own home. Start out easy and work your way up. A few crunches, some push-ups, some planking and some squats right when you wake up or shortly before bed. This way, you get your workout in, create a routine that fits simply into your life and you don't waste all of that money up front.
2. Eating Healthier
This is a resolution I'm confident most have tried and many have failed at. Once again, it's all about pacing yourself. You don't have to dive in head first to be successful. Sometimes, baby steps are the way to get to your ultimate goal of being a healthy eater. You just have to work your way up to that by making conscious steps to eat healthier. Start off by replacing some of your fav unhealthy snacks with healthier options, then try to go from eating fast food every day to cooking 1-3 times a week. You don't have to completely overhaul your life to get to where you want to be. You can take steps to get yourself there.
3. Reading More
One of the things that becomes harder as you get older is to set aside the time to read, especially with the internet at our fingertips constantly. Between Facebook, Tumblr, Instagram, Twitter, Netflix, Hulu and the like, it can be difficult to tear yourself away to read a book or magazine, no matter how much you love reading. One way to change that is to simply unplug. You can choose a specific time of day or a lot a certain amount of time per week but the best way to find time to read is to make time to read. Some people may overwhelm themselves thinking they need to unplug completely to get back into reading but you just need to set aside a few minutes a day. Another way to jump back into the habit is to join or start a book club. This way you have a level of accountability as others await a discussion with you. As long as you're willing to actively make time to read, this a resolution anyone can tackle that will likely make you happy throughout the year.
4. Practicing More Self-Care
As we get older, life can be a bit more stressful. So, practicing self care is becoming a more prominent New Year's resolution. Some people get ahead of themselves thinking they need to buy all the things to practice self-care. Many think you need to buy bath bombs, get weekly massages, shell out money for the best manicures, or whatever trendy self-care practices are making the rounds. This isn't true. Self-care is specific to each and every person. Some people need to pamper themselves, some prefer to read, others just need some dim lighting and some good tunes. Self-care can be anything you want it to be. It doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg and doesn't have to be very time consuming. For these reasons, practicing self-care more often is a good resolution to make. Plus, it'll improve your sense of calm and your overall health. Treat yo' self!
Whatever resolution(s) you choose this year, be sure to ease your way in and don't get overwhelmed. Baby steps are the way to go. Consitency and patience will get you to your end goal!
